was recalled on 30 December 2005 under EU Safety Gate alert 0690/05. Electric shock risk reported by Germany. The contacts in the lampholders must be reliably protected against displacement to ensure that live components of the chain are not exposed.
| Alert Number | 0690/05 |
| Category | Lighting chains |
| Risk Type | Electric shock |
| Notifying Country | Germany |
| Country of Origin | Unknown |
| Published | 30 December 2005 |
Risk Description
The contacts in the lampholders must be reliably protected against displacement to ensure that live components of the chain are not exposed. In this case the contacts fell out of the lampholders as soon as the bulbs were removed. The contact retention requirements are not met; and live components can be exposed. This product does not comply with the LVD Directive and the European Standards.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary destruction of the product by the retailer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
"Lichterbaum" (string of lights in the shape of a Christmas tree).Brand: Unknown.Type/number of model: Unknown.
⚡ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a electric shock hazard related to .
About this risk
This product has inadequate electrical insulation, faulty wiring, or other electrical defects that can cause electric shock during use.
Recommended action
Unplug the product immediately and do not use it. Do not attempt to repair it yourself. Contact the manufacturer or retailer for a recall remedy.
Who is at risk?
Anyone using the product, especially in wet environments such as bathrooms or kitchens.